life lessons from Ashley Stock - a momma-in-training.
Barn Owl Primitives JUMBO Giveaway A little while back BOP hit a whopping 5,000 facebook fans. And that’s a reason to celebrate. BIG time! So Kristi told me she wanted to have a huge giveaway, and then she sent me a link to the sign she wanted to give to one lucky winner. And I was like, woah, are you sure Kristi–that’s pretty big! And she was like, Oh yeah, I’m sure! And I was like, well then, let’s do it! Go BIG or Go {…Read More…}
by: Michelle {LMM’s Momma} The moment Ashley (my baby) told me she was going to have a baby went nothing like I had always imagined it would go. I always imagined I would be old and gray on that day. Likely retired on a front porch swing somewhere exotic, probably Greece. But here I was, 48 years old, still in the prime of my life and career… and somewhere in the excitement of her announcement I went numb,and all I could think was, I’m too old to be a {…Read More…}
I started this blog in February 2010. And in the beginning, I remember spending way too much time on Etsy looking to discover my favorite new designer–one that maybe, just maybe would be willing to sponsor a giveaway on my site. That’s when I met Kristi of Barn Owl Primitives. Kristi, Creator and Designer of Barn Owl Primitives I knew I had to contact her after I found myself hearting nearly every item in her shop. At first, she was hesitant about sponsoring a giveaway AND product review. She {…Read More…}
I was watching Oprah. Which, I’m sure, is when 80% of the World experiences their Aha! moment. It was that episode from her final season where she shows the guests who have impacted her most over the years. One guest stuck out to me more than the others. She was interviewing a mother who had accidentally forgotten her child in the car on a hot summer day. Her daughter died. Over a thousand miles away, in Australia, another mother was watching the show. And it {…Read More…}
It was one of those “complete the others sentence” moments. The ones reserved for only the closest of friends. Let’s have a Pioneer Woman cooking show debut party, Nina and I said in unison–followed by excited giggles. So that’s what we did. Called our closest local bloggy friends with a shared love and obsession for all things P-Dub, had each person bring their favorite PW dish to my little abode, and we spent a kid free afternoon stuffing our faces and rewinding the part of {…Read More…}
Jump. Skip. Hooray. My CD arrived. The one jam-packed with all the fabulous pictures Kristen Duke took of our little family. Remember, the photography from this fun day. The turquoise. The red. The yellow. The colors make me swoon. I thought I would share a few of my favorites with y’all. We can start with the picture of me and THE talented Kristen. Check out the Kristen Duke Photography Blog for more amazing portraits, adorable FREE printables, awesome DIY projects, and information on her rocking {…Read More…}
You all know how much I love my Momma. Which is why I’m pretty excited about the new little section you will find on LMM. Take a look up top…yep, right there…on the second menu bar under my header. See that tab that says “LMM’s Momma”. If you put your mouse over it you will see a drop down of each of the fun topics my talented Momma will be sharing with all of us. Her DIY projects, decorating tips, favorite recipes, and stories of {…Read More…}
Remember the headband challenge a few weeks ago? Well it seems I had an oversight–a big one. Kristin, of Kinder Words, actually had a zillion “likes” on her post, and somehow I forgot to include her. Which is a bummer, because y’all are going to want to get to know this girl. Because she has a sense of humor. Just get a load of her Day 2 headband. Gotta love it, right. Visit this post, for a look at all her rockin her other 6 {…Read More…}
I loooove this necklace. I have 50 of them in stock, so I thought What better time to offer a JUMBO discount to y’all? So that’s what I’m doing! Today only, and while supplies last, you can get your very own Vintage Style Mustard Mum necklace for ONLY $10 (usually $16) Click HERE to place your order. P.S. Did I ever tell you about the time I met Quinton Aaron from the Blind Side and he made me look even shorter than I already am? {…Read More…}
A while back I introduced you to a girl who impressed me. Who encouraged me, inspired me, motivated me to be better. to do more. That girl is Ashley LeMieux of The SHINE Project. This girl see’s the best in everyone, and she encourages us to do the same. She reminds us that we can make a difference, and that we should. Be inspired through her weekly challenges, her change 4 change initiative, and her goal to raise $20,000 for her Scholarship Fund by the {…Read More…}
{c/o KD Photography} I try to be the kind of person who is as positive as possible. I try to focus on looking forward, rather than dwelling on the past. I try to tell myself things happen for a reason, and if I had it to do all over again, I wouldn’t change a thing. But I also like to be realistic. And the reality is, if I could go back, to the day I brought Baby W home from the hospital, (or probably even {…Read More…}
I have a new friend. Her name is Brooke. Brooke White. You may have heard of her, from this little show called American Idol. I’ve watched every season. But this was the only season where I actually voted. And it was for her. She made me smile then, and she makes me smile now. About a month ago I met Brooke in person. Like a total goof ball, I confessed my infatuation with her on Idol, and I even ended with “I totally voted for {…Read More…}
Best friends know the little things about you. Like your shoe size. And best friends do sweet and spontaneous things for you–just because. Like pick you up a pair of glorious boots while they’re out shopping, because said boots were a rockin low price and they’re ”soooo you“. I have a best friend like this. And I love her, and my new wellies. Bring on the rain. And only a best friend could get me to pole dance in my new wellies–well sorta.
Sometimes I get stuck in a rut. Same ol’ routine, without even realizing that it might be time for a change. Take my flat iron for example. It’s about 6 years old. And ghetto. Cracks, mystery discoloration, and a melted cord. But yet, every time I straighten my hair, I faithfully bust out my hunk of junk and attempt to tame my mane. The result: straw like straight hair, I call it “crunchy hair”. I have never quite gotten the “sleek-straight” look I am going {…Read More…}
For a variety of reasons that don’t matter in hind sight, I was a total grouch this week. So I decided on an outing that always succeeds in turning my frown upside down. Ring Ring. Ben: Hey babe Me: Do you think you could get off work a bit early today? Lil W just woke up and I want to “get my produce on” at the Farmers Market before it closes. Ben: Kettle Corn and pot stickers…I’ll be home in five. So the hubs, crazy {…Read More…}
Your headbands featured from last week’s challenge: {The Wiegand’s} {Saturated Canary} From left to right, starting at the top row: A Happy Girl, Port of Thoughts, Little Penelope Lane, Mod Memento, Jessica N Designs, The Letter 4, Absolute Mommy, The Wonder Forest. 1. Pocket Full of Lovelies, 2. Momma Kate, 3. Smitten 4 Life, 4. Homemakin and Decoratin 5. Alexandra Rose {Agape Love Designs} Learn to make this knotted t-shirt headband with Sugar Bee Crafts. Check out all these great ideas from Eisy Morgan. My favorite {…Read More…}
I’ve talked about my hair extensions many times. I summed up most of the details in this post. But a lot of you still wanted to know more. So I decided to bring my camera with me on my most recent appointment. Carrie, my super hot stylist, was a great sport about having the entire experience documented. Here is the FULL scoop on my hair extensions, and my coloring process. If you’re new here, I need the extensions because of this. I bought my extensions {…Read More…}
Do we even risk it? My Mom asked as we pulled out of the shopping center. It was nearly noon. We were both hungry and anxious to try the infamous Olas taco place around the corner from the outlets. I turned back and looked at Lil W in his car seat. Me: Well, he’s been good so far. Mom: Yeah, but do we push our luck? Me: I’m pretty hungry, and I could go for a crunchy taco. Even as I said it, I knew no {…Read More…}
